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Iran-US war latest: Khamenei’s funeral procession begins in Tehran as mourners threaten Trump

Thousands gathered to mourn Khamenei as Trump boasts ‘one shot’ could take all the regime’s leaders ‘out’

The Independent UK

Some Lebanese Christian villages 'asked to be annexed to Israel', Netanyahu says

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that some Christian villages in southern Lebanon had asked to be annexed by Israel for protection from Hezbollah, a claim made as he reaffirmed that Israeli troops would remain in southern Lebanon for as long as necessary.

France 24

Netanyahu says some Lebanese Christian villages 'asked to be annexed' by Israel

Lebanon was drawn into the wider Middle East war on March 2 when Hezbollah fired rockets at Israel in retaliation for the killing of Iran's supreme leader in joint US-Israeli strikes. Israel responded with massive airstrikes and a ground invasion of southern Lebanon, where its troops now occupy swathes of…

The Economic Times

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Killed while keeping the peace: UN’s blue helmets to leave behind a Lebanon in a tailspin into death and destruction

IN DEPTH: Under terms agreed by the UN Security Council, the ‘blue helmets’ will begin to withdraw from the war-torn region at the end of this year. Experts tell Oisin Mcilroy that a lack of oversight will see the area plunge further into a cycle of bloodshed

The Independent UK

Iran's President Pezeshkian questions international institutions' silence over Israeli 'actions' in West Asia

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has strongly condemned Israel's regional actions and criticized US support, citing targeted killings of influential figures. He questioned the efficacy of international bodies in upholding human rights and stressed that collective action by Muslim nations could halt crises in Gaza, Lebanon, and Palestine. Pezeshkian also warned…

The Economic Times

'Knows who the boss is': Trump says Netanyahu requested White House meeting next week

US President Donald Trump announced Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu requested a White House meeting, potentially next week. Trump highlighted their strong relationship, despite recent reports of differing views on regional issues like Iran and Lebanon. The visit, if confirmed, would be significant for Netanyahu ahead of Israel's upcoming elections.…

The Times of India

Netanyahu, Trump agree to meet in US 'soon' during phone call

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump agreed to meet in the United States in the near future during a phone conversation on Friday, according to a report by the Times of Israel, citing a statement from the Israeli Prime Minister's Office (PMO).

The Economic Times

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Photos of pets and farm animals rescued from the war in southern Lebanon

Hussein Hamza is caring for abandoned animals in Kfaroue, southern Lebanon, as the Israel-Hezbollah war rages on. Many residents have fled, leaving pets and farm animals behind. Some owners have been killed in airstrikes.

The Independent UK

An animal rescuer cares for pets and livestock stranded by war in southern Lebanon

Hussein Hamza is caring for abandoned animals in Kfaroue, southern Lebanon, as the Israel-Hezbollah war continues

The Independent UK

Syria rules out military intervention in Lebanon despite US pressure

Syria has ruled out military intervention in Lebanon despite US pressure to act against Hezbollah, saying it seeks to avoid escalation and focus on rebuilding ties with Beirut.

France 24

U.S., Iran Pause Peace Talks Until Mid-July as Hormuz, Lebanon Disputes Stall Progress

The United States and Iran have suspended indirect peace negotiations until mid-July after a new round of talks in Doha ended without a breakthrough on some of the most contentious issues left unresolved by the recent conflict, including the future of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's role in Lebanon.

Latin Times

Iran renews Hormuz threats as Doha talks end with cautious progress

Tehran threatened a "forceful response" against vessels straying from its approved Hormuz routes, even as mediators said indirect US-Iran talks in Doha concluded with "positive progress". The next round of talks will wait until after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral, which begins on Saturday.

Euronews

Iran rejects US-led Gulf security summit, says Hormuz is under its command

Iran has sharply criticized a US-led security summit in Bahrain, asserting that the Strait of Hormuz falls under Tehran's command, not American authority. Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi dismissed the summit's legitimacy, stating that regional security must be managed by neighboring states without foreign military intervention. The meeting, attended by…

The Economic Times

'Iran's nuclear rights are non-negotiable': Iran's Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf says key commitments under MoU need to be fulfilled

Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf declared that the nation's nuclear rights are non-negotiable and will not proceed with further talks until key commitments from a US memorandum are met. These include ending the war in Lebanon and ensuring passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Ghalibaf emphasized Iran's adherence to…

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Trump upbeat as US, Iran hold indirect talks in Qatar

US President Donald Trump hailed the progress on Wednesday of indirect talks between the United States and Iran in Qatar, as the sides aimed to push forward negotiations and quell tensions following exchanges of fire. The exchanges of fire appear to have calmed in the days leading up to the…

The Independent UK

In Mideast and around the world, everyone's talking 'ceasefire.' But what does it really mean?

Ceasefires in the Middle East are not bringing the peace many people expect

Euronews

Ship runs aground in Hormuz as Iran insists on controlling the strait

Iran's IRGC said the grounding was caused by the vessel straying from its approved corridor. Hormuz control and the Israeli intervention against Hezbollah in Lebanon remain the two main obstacles to a final deal.

The Economic Times

US and Iran enter technical talks to secure peace deal, restart shipping

Technical discussions between the U.S. and Iran are underway in Doha, aiming to secure the Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes and a lasting ceasefire. Mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, the talks follow a recent interim accord, though disagreements persist. Iran seeks recognition of its control over the strait and the…

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The Times of India

'Will not withdraw': Israel vows 'indefinite' military presence in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza

Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz declared that Israeli forces will remain indefinitely in "security zones" across Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza to safeguard citizens from jihadist threats. This announcement comes despite a recent US-brokered peace framework with Lebanon and ongoing regional tensions. Katz also issued a stern warning to Iran against…

The Times of India

'I don’t want it, we can finance ourselves': Netanyahu calls for ending Israel’s dependence on US aid

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared Israel's robust economy no longer requires US financial aid, aiming to cease assistance this year. He reaffirmed opposition to Palestinian statehood and discussed maintaining Israeli forces in Lebanon until threats from Hezbollah are eliminated. Netanyahu emphasized an active security policy, stating readiness to act…

The Guardian - UK

‘Get away from there – run!’ The stunning film about love blossoming amid the carnage of Aleppo

Birds of War is an award-winning docudrama in which its own directors fall in love while reporting the horrors in Syria. They explain why they needed a psychotherapist to complete it

The Times of India

'We will not leave': Netanyahu visits Israeli troops in 'occupied' southern Lebanon

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Israeli military-occupied territory in southern Lebanon and declared that Israeli forces would not withdraw as long as Iran-backed Hezbollah continued to threaten Israel, despite a US-mediated security agreement reached last week that envisages a phased Israeli pullback from parts of the area.

Bangkok Post

Talks in Qatar after US-Iran deal: What we know

DOHA - US envoys met with Qatari mediators on Tuesday in Doha to discuss negotiations with Iran, the Gulf state said, after Tehran and Washington agreed a memorandum of understanding this month to halt the Middle East war.

The Economic Times

Iran shuts door on US peace talks, insists Hormuz stays under its control

Iran has refused to meet with top US envoys, casting doubt on peace prospects. Disagreements persist over a ceasefire and terms for lifting the Strait of Hormuz blockade. While shipping has partially resumed, Iran insists on controlling traffic and imposing tolls, a stance the US opposes. The conflict's impact on…

France 24

US envoys met with mediators in Qatar, talks with Iran up in the air

US envoys met Qatari mediators in Doha on Tuesday for discussions on negotiations with Iran, even as both Tehran and Doha dismissed President Donald Trump's suggestion that direct US – Iran talks were taking place. The meetings come as both sides seek to implement a memorandum of understanding aimed at…

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